~by Janet Bristow & Vicky Galo~
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You may want to create a shawl for a special birthday.
Suggestions:
· Create a shawl corresponding to birth month color.
· Add decorative birthstone beads or semi-precious stones to add further dimension to the symbolism.
· Below are birthstones w/general definitions.
January
Garnet
– Faithfulness
Rose Quartz – Unconditional Love
February
Amethyst
–
Sincerity
Onyx – Strength
May
Emerald - Wisdom
Chrysoprase
– Inner Peace
March
Aquamarine – Communication
Bloodstone – Bravery
July
Ruby
- Happiness
Carnelian - Uplifting
August
Peridot-
Self Esteem
Sardonyx
- Courage
April
Diamond – Spirituality
Quartz Crystal – Insight
September
Sapphire - Fulfillment
Lapis Lazuli - Expression
October
Opal – Spiritual Awareness
Tourmaline
- Harmony
November
Topaz - Loyalty
Citrine - Clarity
December
Zircon - Understanding
Turquoise
- Protection
June
Alexandrite – Regenerative
Pearl
– Serenity
Moonstone
– Intuition